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Joplin compared with BigBlueButton
DetailJoplinBigBlueButton
What it doesOpen source note-taking app for capturing and securely accessing your thoughts from any device. Open source virtual classroom software designed for teaching and learning
StageNot given Established
Founded2016 2007
Based inFR CA
Pricing modelFreemium free
PricingFree open source app with optional Joplin Cloud subscription plans: Basic at 2.99€/month (2.40€/month yearly), Pro at 5.99€/month (4.79€/month yearly), Pro 100GB at 9.99€/month (7.99€/month yearly), and Teams at 7.99€/month per user minimum 2 users. Joplin Server Business self-hosted option also ava Not given
Key features
  • Multimedia note support including images, videos, PDFs and audio files
  • End-to-end encryption for note security
  • Web clipper extension for Chrome and Firefox
  • Cross-platform synchronization
  • Note collaboration and sharing
  • Customizable with plugins and themes
  • Note publishing to the internet
  • Math expressions and diagrams
  • Multiple text editors (Rich Text or Markdown)
  • Email to Note forwarding
  • Document upload
  • Whiteboard
  • Video options
  • Polling
  • Multi-user whiteboard
  • Learning analytics dashboard
  • Hand raise
What makes it different
  • Open source with notes saved in open format for permanent access
  • Strong end-to-end encryption ensuring only you can access your data
  • Joplin Cloud based in France with GDPR protection
  • Multi-platform availability across Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS
  • Carbon neutral operations with reforestation investment
  • Embedded in major learning management systems used by more than 75% of the LMS market
  • Built specifically for teachers with pedagogical focus
  • Live analytics to actively gauge student engagement without webcam dependency
  • Open source project created by dedicated developer community
  • Used by millions globally in over 65 languages
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)74 no change since last check81 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)3539
Citation Flow (Majestic)4850
Referring domains (Majestic)53944955

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